Technical
Browse our extensive collection of tech articles for DIY tips on everything you need to know to work on your project car. We’ve got you covered from setting up your first workshop, to mechanical upgrades, car care and much more!
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AdviceCar Airbags: how they work and why they’re important
While airbags are proven to prevent serious injuries and save lives, they can also be pretty dangerous, so it’s important to know how they operate
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AdviceDo I pay rego during lockdown? Answering your COVID car questions
Advice to keep your car in good shape during lockdown and to save money if you can’t drive
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AdviceDriving on snow and ice safely
Here’s how to stay safe off-road when winter adds snow and ice to the mud and grit
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AdviceHow to react around emergency vehicles
What should you do when you hear a siren or see flashing lights in your rear view mirror?
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AdviceCar maintenance tasks you can do yourself
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AdviceHow often should you service your car?
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Advice12 must-haves for peaceful family road trips
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AdviceElectric power steering: the pros and cons
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Bodywork
TV reporter fired for climbing on classic car
In a classic case of ‘what was he thinking?!’, a TV reporter is boned after bouncing on classic Thunderbird
Meet the only Porsche on Norfolk Island
A 964 911 Targa is the only Porsche on Australia’s Norfolk island
The next BMW M3 could look very, very different
Divisive design looks more likely as BMW forums build strong case with evidence
Australia: dumping ground for the world’s worst engines?
Real-world data points to our average emissions and fuel consumption increasing over past four years
2020 Volkswagen Golf revealed
Mk8 Golf breaks cover early ahead of Australian launch late next year
Toyota wants hybrid Hilux, Landcruiser for Australia
Make no mistake, Toyota Australia reckons Australia’s workers and farmers are ready for the brand’s first hybrid workhorses
2020 Honda Jazz revealed at Tokyo Motor Show
The fourth-generation Honda Jazz features a two-motor hybrid powertrain and class-leading safety technology
2019 Tokyo Motor Show review
CAR’s Ben Miller reveals all the trends from the floors of the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show
Daniel Ricciardo disqualified from Japanese Grand Prix
An illegal driver aid has resulted in the Australian driver losing his strong finish in Suzuka
Lexus to launch first production EV next month, and Australia wants it
Lexus isn’t known for making big, bold leaps, but it’s finally about to join the EV fraternity
Updated: Honda e ruled out for Australia
Japanese manufacturer puts a price on its lovable Honda e battery electric, and says no to Australia
Alpina B3 Sedan confirmed with performance figures
‘Limo’ version of B3 to join wagon, with high chance of showing up in Australia
Performance Car of the Year 2020 preview
The foremost fast car gong is set to be awarded soon, here’s what you need to know
Is Toyota about to bring back the MR2?
The MR2 is a part of the ‘three brothers’ strategy that Tetsuya Tada wants to resurrect
A critical failure means Victoria can’t collect speeding fine revenue
Technical issues threaten to leave a massive crater in Victoria’s state budget as fines go uncollected
Lexus LF30 concept revealed as brand’s first pure EV
The wild LF30 concept is certainly an adventurous step for typically conservative Lexus
Mazda’s first EV has suicide doors, and a rotary is coming!
Don’t be put off by the underwhelming range – this sleek, coupe-style SUV ushers in a new era for Mazda.
Brabus 800 AMG E63 S charges to 300km/h in under 25 seconds
German magazine takes a tweaked E63 S to 336km/h in a 3km standing run
2020 Subaru Levorg revealed
Subaru calls this a prototype, but the new Levorg wagon looks ready to rumble… and it will be a better car, too
2020 Mitsubishi ASX pricing and features
Australia’s favourite small SUV is the enduring Mitsubishi ASX, and it’s getting another makeover for 2020
Coming soon to Australia: Toyota Tundra vs Nissan Titan
On paper, which of these behemoths gets the upper hand?
Why SUVs could get hammered on the new NCAP safety tests
Think bigger is better when it comes to new car safety? That might be about to change
Brabham confirms drivers for BT62 racing debut
David Brabham and Will Powell to pilot Goodyear BT62 at Brands Hatch
Jeep Wrangler Overland Unlimited 2019 review
How does the doggedly off-road ready Jeep Wrangler fare on the tarmac?
